1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 66 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
