1992 BMW 332 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
