1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 46 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30, 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 250 LM | C30 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |