1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2835 mm |
