1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265. 1979 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
