1967 Ferrari 275 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 275 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 275 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
