2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
