1998 Audi A6 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
