2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. 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 185 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F430 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 67 L |
