1992 BMW 332 vs. 2003 BMW 645
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 11 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2003 BMW 645 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
