1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
