1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 457 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Vantage | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
