1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 34 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 74 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BB | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
