2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1573 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | E-150 | 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
