1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1984 Saab 99
To start off, 1984 Saab 99 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1984 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB2 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 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1984 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | DB2 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
