1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 265 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1420 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 |
