1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 9000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
