1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Saab 05-Sep
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Corvette 05-Sep
Year Released 1963 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5353 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 68 L