1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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 265 (219 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 265 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
