1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 232 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Avanti | Saab |
| Model | Avanti | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
