1992 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Civic | DBS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
