2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 39 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 825 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS6 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
