1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
