1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 930 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |