1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |
