1994 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto 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 421 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1994 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 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, 1994 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Concerto | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Concerto | DBS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2741 mm |