1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 36 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V70. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
