2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F430 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
