1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 21 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 221 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Volvo 240. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 365 GT | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |