1978 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 730 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
