1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 42 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 2006 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 LM | S40 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 58 L |
