1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 159 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 216 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
