2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F430 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
