2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
