1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB5 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
