1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Prelude | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
