1960 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 544 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DBR2 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 97 L |
