2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 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 247 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260. 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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
