1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 854 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2010 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. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GTO | S60 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 67 L |