1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III, 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | F50 | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
