1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 47 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 270 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, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2006 Saab 03-Sep
Make Ferrari Saab
Model 250 GT 03-Sep
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 61 L