2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Carrera GT | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
