2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 2004 Ferrari F430 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 2004 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F430 | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 2916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |