1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 182 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GTB | 220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
