1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
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 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 420 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 259 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |