1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 328 GTS | 740 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |