2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |
