2006 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW 650 and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 650 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
