1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 335 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
