2007 Audi A6 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
