2007 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 335 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
