2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Volvo C70

To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (236 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 1998 Volvo C70
Make Aston Martin Volvo
Model DB7 C70
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 68 L


 

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