1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F355 | V90 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |