1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
