2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 360 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |