1992 BMW 332 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 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 230 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
