1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 702 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Maranello | 343 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
