1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 753 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 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | CC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2711 mm |
