1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. Both 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 1987 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1987 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 900 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |