1992 BMW 332 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX 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 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 182 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 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 | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
