1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 13 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 332 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
