1992 BMW 332 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 332 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
