2011 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (247 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 750 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 750 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
