1992 BMW 332 vs. 1991 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo 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 229 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1991 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
