1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 1800 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 1800 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |