1992 BMW 332 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 4 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
