1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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 (393 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
