1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
