1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 14 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 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
