1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F40 | 245 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |