2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
