2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 266 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
