1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Bora | 740 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |