2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Volvo | Maserati |
| Model | S80 | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
