1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Honda Fit

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 217 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 332 2008 Honda Fit
Make BMW Honda
Model 332 Fit
Year Released 1992 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 326 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 41 L


 

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