2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
