2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 456M | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
