2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 822 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Vanquish | 122 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |