1967 Volvo 120 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Volvo 120 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 120 | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |