1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 48 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 77 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2835 mm |
