2008 MG ZT vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1964 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | ZT | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
