1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 52 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 2,435 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | S40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
