1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 32 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
