1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 348 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
