1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 31 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) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 283 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2815 mm |