1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 960 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3965 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |