1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 250 GT | 900 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |