2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
