2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 343 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
