1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Volvo 440 is newer by 28 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 @ 7500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 440 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440, 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GTO | 440 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |
