1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin DB7 and 1999 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 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 (550 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB7 | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 265 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |