1992 BMW 332 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 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 136 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 332 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
