2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1975 Volvo 66. 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.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Quattroporte | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |