1992 BMW 332 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 332 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |