2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
