1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 174 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 760 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
