2008 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |