1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Volvo 140 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 140 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |