1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1989 Volvo 244 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 450 | 244 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1296 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |