1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | Touring | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1600 kg |
