1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Testarossa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
