1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |