1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 457 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 332 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
