1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
