1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Saab 9000. (173 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Because 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000, 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 9000. (278 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 365 BB | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1985 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
