1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 332 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
