1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 332 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
