2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 360 | 245 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |