1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |