1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Saab 900 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. Both 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 1997 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 900 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |