1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
