1992 BMW 332 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
