1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V70. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 355 Spider | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
