1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 28 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | XC90 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |