1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 47 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GT | V50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
