1952 Porsche 356 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 356 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
