1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mexico is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mexico | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Mexico | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |