1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Because 1966 Ferrari 275 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 1966 Ferrari 275. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 275 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
