2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30, 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F430 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2519 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
