2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |