1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 147 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 760 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |