1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 45 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50. 2006 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 3500 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
