1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Superfast | V70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
