1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Volvo 960
To start off, 1992 Volvo 960 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 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 119 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Volvo 960. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
