1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 18 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 164.
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 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3350 mm |
