2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260. 1977 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
