1964 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 916 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 220 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Volvo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 220 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
