1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
