1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 48 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |
