1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 15 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 105 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
