1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | 120 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
