1973 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB and 1973 Volvo 1800 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 365 GTB | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
