1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 740 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |