2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 2000 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
