2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DBS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
