1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
