1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | GT 3500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
