1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
| Model | Nazca | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
