2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB7 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 2008 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
