1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 456 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |