1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 914 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 914 | S60 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |