1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Maserati Bora.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Bora | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
