1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |