1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | V50 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |