1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GTE | V50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
