1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage vs. 1972 Honda Civic

To start off, both 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage and 1972 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage (321 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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1972 Aston Martin AM Vantage 1972 Honda Civic
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model AM Vantage Civic
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 1169 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 678 kg