1992 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 218 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 103 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 332 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |