2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 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 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB9 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
