1999 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 445 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 2010 Aston Martin DBS 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 2010 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accord | DBS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
