2004 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 325 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
