1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 332 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
