1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 265 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
