1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 52 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1955 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | V50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |