2010 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 458 Italia | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
