1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
