1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1991 Volvo 960
To start off, 1991 Volvo 960 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 960 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 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:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1991 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 3500 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
