1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
