1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 218 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 740 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
