1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 F1 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
