1966 Saab 96 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Saab 96 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 96 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 873 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
