1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 8 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 158 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (197 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 512 BB | 740 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1986 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |