2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
