1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |