2007 BMW 530 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
