2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
