1953 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,713 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 255 S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 255 S | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 255 S | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2713 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 45 L |
