1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50, 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | V50 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |