2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 360 | 164 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |