2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |