2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari F430 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F430 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |