2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |