2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-150 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
