1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
