1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
