2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
