1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Testarossa | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |