1965 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1965 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 220 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 220 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
