1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 760 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 314 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |