1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
