1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 355 Spider | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
