1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Volvo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini 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, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 145 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
