2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 612 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 2009 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80, 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
