2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S60. (440 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S60. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | F550 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
