1992 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 627 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
