1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | S40 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |