2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Saab 99. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Saab |
| Model | BS4 | 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
