2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 337 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Honda Insight, 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB7 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |