2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 40 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G35 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
