1992 BMW 332 vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt 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 245 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 332 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
