1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GTS | 960 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
