1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
