1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1968 Saab 99 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 327 kg more than 1968 Saab 99.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Daimler | Saab |
| Model | Conquest | 99 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
