1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati 3500 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 3500 | 940 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |