1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 332 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |