1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Volvo V90 is newer by 32 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 119 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 330 | V90 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |