1992 BMW 332 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 158 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
