1975 Ferrari 308 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 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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 308 (290 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
