1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
