1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343. 1979 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 343 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
