1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 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 289 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 240 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |