1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 915 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volvo 120 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | 120 | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2842 mm |