1974 Maserati Bora vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 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 168 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Because 1974 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Bora | V70 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |