1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1970 Volvo 120

To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 330 1970 Volvo 120
Make Ferrari Volvo
Model 330 120
Year Released 1966 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm


 

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