1999 Audi R8R vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8R | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
