1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
