1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S40. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Because 1969 Lamborghini Islero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lamborghini Islero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S40. (299 Nm). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S40.
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1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Islero | S40 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3928 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.9 mm |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |