1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
