1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 911 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |