2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Enzo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
