1992 BMW 332 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
