1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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 Rapide (600 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Concerto | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
