1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 52 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 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
