2005 BMW 740 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3152 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
