1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Bora | XC70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |