2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 825 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |