1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1965 Volvo 122 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB2 | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB2 | 122 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
