1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 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 523 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1991 Saab 9000, 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | F50 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
