1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Testarossa | V50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
