1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
