2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 420 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.
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 Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayman | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3386 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
