2005 Audi A6 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 13 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), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
