1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 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 252 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Proton 400. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 332 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
