1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 M | 66 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1287 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
