1992 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 332 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
