1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
