2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 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 252 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
