2003 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 760 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2837 mm |
