1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 250 GT | 900 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |