1959 Saab 95 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 95 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
