2008 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
