1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GTO | S60 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 68 L |