1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F40 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
