1992 BMW 332 vs. 1983 BMW 628
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1983 BMW 628 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
