1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 TR | 260 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
