1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 17 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 192 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
