2012 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L, 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 750 | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 750 | L |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |