2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 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), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 865 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
