1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
