1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
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1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Quattroporte | XC90 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |