1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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 Testarossa (475 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Testarossa | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
