1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 348 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
