1994 BMW 854 vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 854 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2675 mm |
