2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |