1959 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 (312 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DBR2 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
