1992 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 212 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 12 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 332 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
