1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 804 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Volante | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |