2009 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A5 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
