1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 52 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GT | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
