1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
