1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 52 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 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | V50 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |