1959 Saab 95 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 95 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2895 mm |
