1992 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 173 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
