1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari A10 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ascari |
| Model | 1800 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2636 mm |
