1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 30 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 960 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
