1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 16 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 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
