1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin Vantage and 1999 Honda Z were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 399 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z, 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 Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 1038 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1999 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Vantage | Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 1098 Nm | 60 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 960 kg |