2000 Audi A6 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
