1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1980 Ferrari 308 and 1980 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1980 Volvo 66. 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:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
