1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 36 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 172 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850. 1995 Volvo 850 has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volvo 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
