1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 47 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) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2011 Volvo XC60 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. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 GTO | XC60 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |