1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB4 | 260 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |