2005 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 330 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
