1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 343 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |