1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 1963 Ferrari 330. 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
