1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Falcon | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |