1960 Saab 93 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 93 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
