2007 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 18 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 320 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
