1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
