1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 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 60 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 265 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
