1992 BMW 332 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 332 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
