2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740.
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 Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Rossa | 740 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
