2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 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) has 383 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 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 V12 (577 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V12 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
