1992 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 332 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
