1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 54 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GT | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2835 mm |