2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 424 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 264 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
