1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
