1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GTE | C30 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
