1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 593 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
