1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 5 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |