1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 799 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Volante | 220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 45 L |