1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3610 mm |
