1992 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
