1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 644 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 460 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
