2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 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 |
