1973 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | Touring | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |