1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 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 199 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 190 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 240 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |