1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 31 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 173 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Maserati Bora.
Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Bora | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
