1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F355 | 264 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |