1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
