1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 56 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 450 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1928 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
