2000 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
