1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 is newer by 8 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 3,668 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 132 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 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 | 1030 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |