2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 244 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
