1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
