1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 39 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 372 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | S90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |