1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 38 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (236 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 Superamerica | S70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 68 L |