1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 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 80 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F355 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| 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 | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2835 mm |
