1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 29 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 194 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
