1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Zephyr | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2675 mm |
