1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 178 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
