1978 Volvo 164 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 164 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 164 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2741 mm |
