1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | GT 40 | S80 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2835 mm |