2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Maranello | 265 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
