2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
