1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 250 LM | 140 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
