1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 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 210 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 129 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Bora | 240 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
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 | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |