1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |