1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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 400 (392 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
