1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Volvo 140 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB3 | 140 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |