1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 985 kg more than 1962 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 Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
