1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 330GT | 740 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |