1956 Maserati 300 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 66 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
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. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 300 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1390 mm |
