1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | S60 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |