1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Mistral | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
