1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 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 160 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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 (393 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 260 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |