1992 BMW 332 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
