1992 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 332 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3122 mm |
