1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 405 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |