1968 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | 17 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
