1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 2 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 176 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 280 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
