1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
