1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 17 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 134 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
