1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 412 GT | 66 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |