1978 Volvo 265 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 276 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 265 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 265 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
