1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 412 GT | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
