1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 308 | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |