1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |