1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Volvo 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 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 29 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1967 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB2 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 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 | 1014 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |