1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 640 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Saab 93, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 93 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
