1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
