1992 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 332 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
