2001 Audi A2 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 9 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 252 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A2 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
