1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | 264 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |