1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1961 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 801 F1 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
