2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 14 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
