1975 Maserati Bora vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 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 | 1425 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
