2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS6 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
