2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 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 282 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB9 | 960 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |