1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 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 241 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 332 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
