1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 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 189 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari 348 | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 348 | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |