1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 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 262 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Testarossa | 244 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
