2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 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) has 295 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB7 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
