1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
