1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | Dino | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
