1988 Maserati 228 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 228 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 228 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |