1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Indy | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
