1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F1 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
