1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145.
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 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
