1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 49 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), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1003 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 GTO | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2774 mm |
