1993 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW M5 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 1993 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900, 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | M5 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
