1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 8 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 94 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 (265 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 308 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
