2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB9 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
