2007 Audi A8 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
