1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin DB9 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 2013 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Prelude | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
