1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 36 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 160 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GT | 245 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 |
