1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 (256 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 2010 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 (360 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
