1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
