1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70, 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB7 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
