2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265.
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 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
