1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
