1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 145 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 45 L |