1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
