2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 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 444 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
