1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | 245 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |