1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 54 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 1992 BMW 332 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 332 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
