1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 19 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 152 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |