1972 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | Touring | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |