2007 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. 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 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 325 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
