1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 73 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 328 GTS | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
