1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GTO | 120 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 45 L |
