1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
