1992 BMW 332 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
