1970 Honda Z vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Z | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2741 mm |
