1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 375 Indy | V70 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
