1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 328 GTS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
