1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 51 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Volvo S80 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. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2835 mm |