1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
