1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 2012 BMW 318 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 2012 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 9000 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
