1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
