1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 278 kg more than 1958 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 328 GTS | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |