2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265. 1977 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB7 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
