1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | DB3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
