2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 34 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Carrera GT | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
