1992 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 332 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
