1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Testarossa | V70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |