1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |
