2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 330 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2290 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
