1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 244 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 244 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |