1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 51 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB2 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 30 L |