1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
