1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
