1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265. 1977 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 M | 265 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
