1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 841 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
