1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 57 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |