2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Carrera GT | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
