1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 369 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BBi | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
