1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 Mille Miglia | XC70 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |