1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 126 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
