1992 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 332 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
