1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GT | 245 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
