1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1980 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 164 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3350 mm |
