1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 279 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 332 | Life |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |