2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | F430 | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |