2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 464 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 244 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
