2001 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Integra | DBS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
