1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 265 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 219 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |