1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 31 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 (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 347 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 (245 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 760 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |