1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 1980 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| 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 | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
