1948 Maserati 4 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Maserati 4 (257 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1948 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Maserati 4 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
