1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, both 1971 Ford GT 40 and 1971 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Saab 99 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 1971 Ford GT 40 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 1971 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99, 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, 1971 Saab 99 (147 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | GT 40 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
