1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 53 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 417 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.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 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 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB2 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
