1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 47 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 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 295 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 2012 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Avanti | Saab |
Model | Avanti | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1755 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |