1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 49 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 901 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 LM | C70 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |