1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 1967 Bizzarrini GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Saab |
| Model | GT | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
