2009 BMW 550 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 17 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 262 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3152 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
