1964 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 525 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 220 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 220 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
