1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
