2008 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 BMW 740 and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 740 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 2008 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 740 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
