2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | MC12 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
