1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Mexico 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 1965 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40, 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mexico | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Mexico | S40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
