2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB7 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
