1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 208 | 260 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |