2002 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Capa | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2601 mm |