1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
