1992 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
