2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic 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 312 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
