2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 544 kg more than 1972 Volvo 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 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 575M Maranello | 1800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |