1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GTC | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
