2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 50 L |
