1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S60. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Testarossa | S60 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |