1981 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 356 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 745 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
