1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 LM | 220 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
