2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343. 1981 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 343 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |