1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BB | 164 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3350 mm |
