1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
