1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 9000 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2888 mm |
