1989 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (95 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1975 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 750 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 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99, 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 750 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
