1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 136 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | 265 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |