2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DBS | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |