1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 Volvo 220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 450 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
