1992 BMW 332 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 6 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 238 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 332 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
