1994 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Legend | DB9 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |