2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 599 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
