1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Volvo 140 is newer by 15 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 298 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 450 | 140 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1260 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |