1960 Maserati 3500 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Maserati 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 3500 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 3500 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
