2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
