1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |