1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 232 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
