1992 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
