2002 BMW 332 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 332 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |