1982 Honda Quintet vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Quintet | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Quintet | DB9 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2746 mm |