2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260. 1975 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB9 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
