2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB7 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
