1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 440 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
