1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 850 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
