1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GT | 245 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
