1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 275 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
