1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | 260 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |