1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1238 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2881 mm |
