1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 168 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 159 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
