1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 365 GT | S90 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |