1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB2 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
