1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1949 Volvo PV 60
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volvo PV 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volvo PV 60 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Volvo PV 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 Volvo PV 60. (85 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1949 Volvo PV 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Volvo PV 60 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 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.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1949 Volvo PV 60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 500 Testarossa | PV 60 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |