1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Volvo V40
To start off, 1997 Volvo V40 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V40 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V40, 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V40.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 500 Testarossa | V40 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |