1992 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
