1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 M | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2774 mm |
