2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 3200 GT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
