1992 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 332 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
