1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 343 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | Testarossa | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2837 mm |
