1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 20 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 128 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 220 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 265 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |