2009 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 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 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 750 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
