1992 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 284 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
