2001 BMW X5 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |
