2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB7 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |