2012 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, both 2012 Saab 03-Sep and 2012 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2012 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
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2012 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Saab | BMW |
Model | 03-Sep | 330 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |