2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V12 | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |