1992 BMW 332 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 3 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 164 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
