1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 LM | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
