1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 412 GT | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
