1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, 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 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 550 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |
