2004 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S40 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Volvo | Ferrari |
| Model | S40 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
