1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
