1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 834 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 332 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
