1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1977 Volvo 260 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 365 GT | 260 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |