2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
