1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BB | S80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
