2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. 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 (290 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 330 | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
