1972 Volvo 164 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 164 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Volvo | Ferrari |
Model | 164 | 456 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |