2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V12 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
