1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
