1992 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 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 199 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
