1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 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 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 735 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
