1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Civic | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2741 mm |
