1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 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 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | S60 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |