1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 22 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 240 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |