2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
