1992 BMW 332 vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 332 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
