1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |