1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 245 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |