1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Espada | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
