2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
