1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1970 Volvo 120

To start off, both 1970 Bizzarrini GT and 1970 Volvo 120 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 120 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 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, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Bizzarrini GT 1970 Volvo 120
Make Bizzarrini Volvo
Model GT 120
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2610 mm


 

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