1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 44 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 500 Superfast | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
