2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| 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 | 515 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
