1992 BMW 332 vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 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 55 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
