1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Maranello | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1645 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
