2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB9 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| 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 | 451 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
