1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 99 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 250 GT | 99 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
