1992 BMW 332 vs. 1992 Buick Regal
To start off, both 1992 BMW 332 and 1992 Buick Regal were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 332 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1992 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 332 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
