1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 Superamerica | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 45 L |