1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Maserati Bora | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Bora | S80 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |