1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 37 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
